Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Counseling in Chula Vista, CA
Eastlake Community Counseling was founded in 1999 by Jeff Palitz, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over two decades of experience in mental health services. Our practice specializes in providing compassionate counseling for individuals, teens, families, and military families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. We employ evidence-based approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanistic interventions, and Gottman Method Couples Counseling to empower clients toward lasting change.Our commitment to accessibility includes telehealth services for San Diego County residents and specialized support for parents of school-aged children. We prioritize creating a safe, inclusive environment for diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
Services
Individual Counseling
Teen Therapy
Family Counseling
Telehealth Sessions
Military Support
Parent Coaching
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in mental health therapy since 1999
- Specialized training in Gottman Method Couples Counseling and trauma treatment
- Telehealth services available for San Diego County residents
- Proven success working with military families and at-risk youth
- Culturally inclusive practice serving diverse socioeconomic backgrounds
What people say
Compassionate approach
Effective treatment strategies
Compassionate therapist
Positive long-term changes
Professional expertise
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized mental health therapy for adults addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. Our evidence-based approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with humanistic interventions to foster emotional resilience. Clients develop coping strategies and self-awareness through weekly 45-minute sessions tailored to their specific needs and goals.
Teen Therapy
Specialized counseling for ages 13+ focusing on self-esteem, social stress, and behavioral challenges. We help teens navigate academic pressures, family dynamics, and mental health concerns like ADHD and anxiety. Our therapist builds trust through relatable communication while collaborating with parents to improve home relationships and support adolescent development.
Family Counseling
Guided sessions addressing family communication patterns, conflict resolution, and relationship healing. We work with diverse family structures to improve understanding and connection through systemic approaches. Sessions focus on creating healthier dynamics while respecting cultural and generational differences within a confidential therapeutic environment.
Telehealth Sessions
Secure video therapy sessions accessible from any internet-connected device for San Diego County residents. This flexible option maintains clinical effectiveness through encrypted platforms while eliminating commute barriers. Clients use TherapyAppointment.com portal for scheduling and session access with the same therapeutic confidentiality as in-office visits.
Military Support
Specialized mental health services for active duty, veterans, and military families addressing deployment stress, reintegration challenges, and family relationship strains. We accept Military One Source referrals and Tricare, providing 12 free sessions for active duty through government programs while maintaining strict privacy protections for service members' mental health needs.
People
Jeff Palitz
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Jeff Palitz, LMFT41250, has provided mental health services in San Diego County since 1999. He earned his MS in Counseling from San Diego State University and specializes in trauma recovery, couples therapy, and adolescent mental health. His clinical experience includes working with domestic violence survivors and at-risk youth.
Questions
What types of counseling services are available?
We offer individual therapy, teen counseling, family sessions, military support, parent coaching, and telehealth options for San Diego County residents.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans including Tricare. Check with your provider about mental health benefits, deductibles, and out-of-network coverage details.
Are counseling sessions confidential?
Yes, all therapy sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent safety risks or court orders as required by law.
What is the therapist's experience?
Jeff Palitz, LMFT41250, has 25+ years of experience since 1999, including work with domestic violence survivors, at-risk youth, and military families.
How do telehealth sessions work?
Telehealth uses secure TherapyAppointment.com platform. Clients need internet access and pre-scheduled appointments. Sessions maintain same confidentiality as in-office visits.
What ages do you work with?
We treat individuals aged 13+ directly. Parents of children under 13 receive coaching to address behavioral challenges without child participation.
