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Thank you for taking this step — it takes courage, and we're glad you're here.

Our team will be in touch shortly to confirm your appointment details, verify your insurance coverage, and answer any questions you may have. We work hard to make this process as easy as possible so you can focus on what really matters.

What happens next:

  • Our Office Manager will reach out to confirm your date, time, and location
  • We'll verify your insurance benefits and walk you through any costs upfront
  • You'll receive initial paperwork to complete before your first session 

If you have questions in the meantime, we're always happy to hear from you. 📞 (619) 600-0683 ✉️ [email protected]

How We Can Help

Therapy for Women

Help for You

We offer personalized support to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve personal growth. INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

 

 

Therapy for Couples

Help for Couples

We offer customized counseling designed to strengthen relationships through effective communication and emotional connection. COUPLES THERAPY

Family Counseling

Help for Families

Our Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists help enhance family dynamics to foster a harmonious and supportive environment. FAMILY THERAPY

Our Story

Serving San Diego, Petaluma and more

At the Family Guidance & Therapy Center, our story began with a vision to redefine mental health care by blending compassion, innovation, and inclusivity. Founded by a team of passionate clinicians, we set out to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals, couples, and families could explore their challenges and discover paths to growth and healing.

Over the years, we have expanded our services to meet the diverse needs of our community, incorporating cutting-edge research and evidence-based practices into our work. 

As lifelong learners, we continuously evolve—challenging stigmas, embracing diversity, and fostering meaningful connections. Today, Family Guidance & Therapy remains dedicated to empowering individuals and families to live with purpose, love deeply, and grow together.

Founder and Clinical Director of Family Guidance & Therapy Center, Psy.D., LMFT

Meet Our Founder

Jenny Palmiotto & her children

Sometimes we all need a little help. The Family Guidance & Therapy Center is a place where loving-kindness reigns; where labels and diagnoses are simply bits of information on your journey towards greater health and happiness. Our clinicians create treatment plans with your values and our expertise. We are working hard to make a difference in the lives of our clients and the way the world sees mental health treatment.

Our Values

By prioritizing core values, such as empathy, inclusivity, and integrity, therapists create a safe and authentic space where clients feel respected and supported in their journey toward healing.

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Push good into this world in everyday moments.

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Love Wins. Love yourself, love your people, love this life.

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Live your why. Find it, live it everyday.

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Ask for help; nobody goes it alone.

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Everybody belongs here.

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Empathy and compassion are a daily practice; a choice. We choose to practice both.

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Feed your soul; she deserves your love and attention.

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Show up every day as your imperfect self.

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Have faith in the unknown.

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There is purpose in your struggle. Growth does not happen without it. Trust your process.

Services

Mental Health Services

Individual Therapy

Personalized, one-on-one sessions to address mental health challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal goals.

Children & Teen Therapy

Strength-based support for children and teens navigating growth and developmental challenges.

 

Adult Assessment & Reassessment

We offer full psychological testing to guide diagnosis, treatment planning, and help you better understand your strengths and opportunities.

Couples Therapy

Focused support for partners to strengthen communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen emotional intimacy. Read more.

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Evidence-based treatments to address the lasting effects of traumatic experiences and foster healing.

Child Assessment & Reassessment

Our child-specific psychological testing is comprehensive and can guide diagnosis. We offer autism testing and testing for ADHD, dyslexia, and more.

Family Therapy

A collaborative approach to improve family dynamics, communication, and relationships.

Autism Spectrum Services

Tailored support and guidance for individuals on the spectrum and their families to promote understanding and growth.

Teen Assessment & Reassesment

We offer evidence-based psychological testing for teends to evaluate for autism. ADHD, dyslexia, and more.

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