Esmeralda S. Christensen, LMFT, LPCC
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#45349)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (#1568)
Clinical Supervisor | Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist | Certified Rapid Resolution Therapist | PSYCH-K® Facilitator | BSFF Practitioner | Telehealth Provider
A Calling Rooted in Community
Born and raised between San Diego and Tijuana, Esmeralda has always been deeply connected to her community. Her bilingual upbringing (Spanish & English) and early insight into human suffering led her to pursue therapy from a young age. A pivotal experience working with youth in juvenile detention confirmed her purpose—to become a therapist who listens deeply, trusts intuition, and leads with compassion.
A Mind-Body Approach to Lasting Change
Esmeralda blends clinical expertise with intuitive insight, helping clients uncover the subconscious patterns that limit joy and fulfillment. She focuses on clearing emotional blocks and fostering transformation by working with the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.
Her approach integrates:
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Trauma-informed care
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Clinical Hypnosis & Rapid Resolution Therapy
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PSYCH-K® & BSFF
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Subconscious reprogramming
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Mindfulness and spirituality, as desired
She guides clients to rediscover their inner wisdom, release emotional pain, and build practical tools for personal empowerment, clarity, and lasting change.
Professional Background & Credentials
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M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy – University of San Diego
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B.A. in Psychology – University of Washington, Seattle
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M.S. in Clinical Hypnotherapy – Professional College of Psychotherapy and Clinical Hypnosis
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Doctoral-Level Certification in Clinical Hypnotherapy – World Association of Eclectic Hypnotherapists
Esmeralda has served as an Adjunct Professor and Clinical Supervisor at the University of San Diego and worked extensively with youth involved in the juvenile justice system and their families.
Ongoing Transformation & Spiritual Study
Esmeralda's commitment to growth and transformation extends into her personal and spiritual life. She completed a year-long advanced self-development program with PraxisAletheia: The School of Consciousness & Transformation through The New Human University. This immersive experience deepened her understanding of inner organic intelligence and human potential.
She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Source Code Alchemy—the theory and practice of conscious evolution—at The New Human University. As part of this journey, she is also training to become a Higher Brain Living® Facilitator, offering a neuro-energetic pathway to awaken higher consciousness and sustainable personal transformation.
These studies continually inform her work, allowing her to serve clients with even more presence, purpose, and multidimensional understanding.

Call 619-567-7399 ext. 1 for a free consultation
English and Spanish
Specialties
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Trauma and PTSD
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Anxiety
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Depression
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ADHD.ADD
Issues:
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Anger Management
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Coping Skills
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Domestic Violence
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Grief
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Self-care,Therapist vicarious trauma
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Law Enforcement
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Spirituality
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Addiction
Treatment Approach
Treatment Orientation:
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Rapid Resolution Therapy
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Hypnotherapy
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Coaching
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
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Positive Psychology
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Existential
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Integrative
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Mindfulness
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Narrative
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Neuro Linguistic Programing
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Person Centered
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PSYCH-K®
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Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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Trauma Informed



