Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Therapist in San Diego
Polonia, Madeline has dedicated over two decades to providing compassionate mental health care in San Diego. As a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice since 2015, she combines evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and HeartMath to address anxiety, depression, and stress for adults and teens. Her bilingual services in English and Spanish reflect her commitment to cultural sensitivity in a diverse community. With extensive experience across hospitals, schools, and private settings, she offers both in-person and telehealth sessions tailored to California residents' needs.Her approach emphasizes practical coping strategies, emotional resilience, and personalized care to help clients achieve lasting positive change. The practice maintains strict professional standards while prioritizing client confidentiality and ethical treatment. Through continuous engagement with evolving therapeutic methodologies, the practice ensures clients receive contemporary, effective mental health support.
Services
Adult Counseling
Teen Counseling
Online Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
HeartMath Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- 24 years of San Diego mental health experience
- Bilingual therapy in English and Spanish available
- Specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques
- Flexible in-person and telehealth session options
- Culturally sensitive approach to cross-border communities
Services
Adult Counseling
Individual counseling for adults managing anxiety, depression, and life stressors through evidence-based techniques. Combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and HeartMath approaches to develop practical coping strategies. Targets work-life balance, relationship issues, and emotional regulation for lasting personal growth.
Teen Counseling
Specialized therapy for teens struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, and social pressures using age-appropriate techniques. Focuses on building self-awareness, healthy boundaries, and stress management skills. Incorporates family dynamics while maintaining teen confidentiality.
Online Therapy
Secure virtual therapy sessions accessible throughout California. Maintains same evidence-based quality as in-person sessions while offering scheduling flexibility. Ideal for busy professionals and clients in remote areas.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Structured approach addressing negative thought patterns and behaviors through practical skill development. Helps clients identify and modify unhelpful thinking while building effective coping mechanisms for anxiety and depression management.
HeartMath Therapy
Physiological coherence training using heart rhythm monitoring to manage stress and anxiety in real-time. Teaches self-regulation techniques that improve emotional resilience and mental clarity through mind-body connection.
People
Polonia, Madeline
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Polonia specializes in evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, and stress management. She earned her doctorate at Wright State University and has practiced in diverse clinical settings since 2000. Her approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with HeartMath techniques to deliver practical mental health solutions.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and HeartMath techniques, both evidence-based approaches proven effective for anxiety, depression, and stress management.
Do you accept insurance?
I'm an out-of-network provider for all PPO plans and a provider for Lyra Health employer-sponsored benefits. Clients receive monthly statements for potential reimbursement.
What are your session fees?
Standard 45-minute sessions cost $200, payable through our secure HIPAA-compliant payment system at time of service.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, secure online therapy sessions are available for California residents with the same quality care as in-person appointments.
What are your cancellation policies?
24-hour notice is required for cancellations; otherwise, the full session fee applies to maintain scheduling integrity.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us through our website or call (858) 243-2684 to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to determine if we're a good fit.
