Michael Kimmel, M.A., MSW, LCSW

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As a San Diego-based, California-licensed psychotherapist, I assist my clients in achieving their goals and becoming the men and women they want to be. I love my work and am committed to my clients' personal growth. I work well with motivated, higher functioning individuals and couples committed to their own learning, growth and development. I specialize in the following areas:

Individual (1-to-1) Therapy

  • anxiety, worry and panic attacks
  • self-esteem and assertiveness
  • recovery from physical, verbal and/or sexual abuse   
  • sex and sexuality
  • depression, grief and loss 
  • addictive behavior (sex, eating, workaholism, spending, etc.)
  • somatic relational psychotherapy (Bioenergetics)

Relationship Therapy:

A good relationship is like a precious jewel and should be treated as one.  If you and your partner feel you have drifted apart, are taking each other for granted, and/or are having the same arguments over and over again, relationship therapy can make the difference between giving up and working through the obstacles.  In our work together, I can help you and your partner to deepen your relationship and create a new level of satisfaction and fulfillment together. 

Free Telephone Consultation: 

I offer potential clients - both individuals and couples - a free telephone consultation so you can ask me any questions you may have before scheduling your first session.

My Office:

My practice is located in the Kensington area of San Diego, at the intersection of Marlborough Drive and Hilldale Road (north of Adams Avenue). There is plenty of free street parking.  The office is easily accessible from the 8 and 15 freeways.

Publications, Workshops & the Evening News:

I write the "Wellness" column for The Bottom Line magazine (San Diego and Palm Springs).  I am also a contributor to INSTINCT magazine and the San Diego Union-Tribune, as well as a psychological consultant to San Diego's Channel 6 NewsI wrote the "Life Beyond Therapy" column for San Diego's Gay & Lesbian Times from 2004-2006.  

In addition to my psychotherapy and writing, I am available for workshops and speaking engagements.  For information about upcoming workshops, please see the "Workshops" page on this website.  You'll find my most recent "Wellness" column on the "What's New" page on this website and previous "Wellness" columns on the "Columns" page. 

 

  Michael Kimmel

Licensed Psychotherapist
M.A., M.S.W., L.C.S.W.
(California license LCSW# 20738)

5100 Marlborough Drive
San Diego, CA  92116  (Kensington area)

Telephone:  619-955-3311
Email: 
beyondtherapy@cox.net

Insurances accepted (PPOs and HMOs) include:  Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, PacifiCare, TriCare, TriWest, United Behavioral Health and U.S. Behavioral Health,  Please call my office for more details.