Ann Merkel LMFT - helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive.

Therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families

Your Journey to Wellness Starts Here

" Feelings are much like waves, we can't stop them from coming, but we can choose which ones to surf "

Jonatan Mårtensson

Unlock Your Potential with Ann Merkel LMFT

Guiding You Toward Healing and Growth

I offer a variety of therapeutic services tailored to meet your unique needs and circumstances. My approach is rooted in empathy, acceptance, and collaboration, ensuring that every session is focused on your goals. Together, we will address your challenges and create a path forward.

Individual Therapy

Explore your emotions, identify patterns, and build resilience in a safe and supportive space. Individual therapy helps you address anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and more.
"Your journey to healing starts here."

Couples Therapy

Strengthen your connection, improve communication, and resolve conflicts with evidence-based techniques. Couples therapy focuses on building healthy, lasting relationships.
"Rekindle your relationship and grow together."

Family Therapy

Navigate family dynamics and build stronger bonds. Family therapy supports understanding, conflict resolution, and harmony within your household.
"Healing begins at home."

Specialized Support

I offer expertise in addiction recovery, grief counseling, chronic pain management, career counseling, and more. Each service is designed to empower you on your unique path.
"Find clarity and move forward with confidence."

Meet your Therapist

Ann Merkel LMFT

Hi, my name is Ann Merkel, am passionate about helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive.

With years of experience addressing a wide range of challenges—from mental health and addiction to relationship issues and life transitions—my goal is to support you in achieving a healthier, more fulfilling life.

My approach is eclectic and integrative, ensuring that every session is tailored to your unique needs. I believe in a person-centered philosophy rooted in acceptance, empathy, and support. Together, we will navigate life’s challenges and create a brighter path forward.

"I am here to guide you toward self-awareness, acceptance, and recovery. Let’s work together to help you shine your light."

" Trauma creates change you don't choose. Healing creates change you do choose. "

Michele Rosenthal

Specialties and Expertise

Addiction
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Child
Chronic Pain
Codependency
Depression
Dual Diagnosis

Eating Disorders
Family Conflict
Grief
Life Coaching
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Peer Relationships

Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Spirituality
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Thinking Disorders

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" Learn, Heal, and Grow - One Step at a Time. "

Qualifications

Treatment Approach

Verified by Psychology Today

Licensed by the Board of Behavioral Sciences(BBS) for State of California / 128162
Ann Merkel

In Practice for 3 Years

Certificate from California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals, CADC II,
A010830315 / 2010-2024

Attended Brandman University, Psychology, Graduated 2017

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Family / Marital

Motivational Interviewing

Person-Centered

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Strength-Based

Insurance Accepted

Treatment Approach

Insurance Accepted

Aetna
Anthem
Blue Shield of California
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Horizon, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Inland Empire Health Plan
Oscar
Quest Behavioral Health
UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy provides a supportive space to explore emotions, process past experiences, and develop healthier coping strategies. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or personal growth, therapy can help you gain clarity, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself.

Couples Therapy

Couples therapy helps partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and foster deeper emotional intimacy. Whether you're facing challenges, recovering from trust issues, or simply looking to enhance your relationship, therapy provides the tools to grow together and create a stronger foundation.

Family Therapy

Family therapy supports healthy communication, conflict resolution, and understanding among family members. Whether you're navigating parenting struggles, blended family dynamics, or generational patterns, therapy can help create a more harmonious and supportive home environment.

Schedule an Appointment

Take the First Step Toward a Better Tomorrow

Booking a session is easy and the first step to a healthier, happier you.

Contact me directly to schedule an appointment

Merkel Therapy

Virtually serving all of California info@MerkelTherapy.com Phone (619)365-5350 Fax # (833)806-6652

Hours

Mon	11:00 am – 07:00 pm
Tue	11:00 am – 07:00 pm
Wed	11:00 am – 07:00 pm
Thu	11:00 am – 07:00 pm
Fri	11:00 am – 04:00 pm
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

Therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families

" Feelings are much like waves, we can't stop them from coming, but we can choose which ones to surf "

Unlock Your Potential with Ann Merkel LMFT

Guiding You Toward Healing and Growth

Individual Therapy

Couples Therapy

Family Therapy

Specialized Support

Meet your Therapist

Ann Merkel LMFT

" Trauma creates change you don't choose. Healing creates change you do choose. "

Specialties and Expertise

To add your insurance information and schedule an initial evaluation.

" Learn, Heal, and Grow - One Step at a Time. "

Qualifications

Treatment Approach

Treatment Approach

Treatment Approach

Treatment Approach

Treatment Approach

Insurance Accepted

Treatment Approach

Insurance Accepted

Individual Therapy

Couples Therapy

Family Therapy

Take the First Step Toward a Better Tomorrow

I look forward to hearing from you! Together, we can create a plan that meets your needs.

Booking a session is easy and the first step to a healthier, happier you.

Merkel Therapy

Hours

You made it through the trauma, you will make it through the healing.

You made it through the trauma, you will make it through the healing.

You made it through the trauma, you will make it through the healing.

You made it through the trauma, you will make it through the healing.

You made it through the trauma, you will make it through the healing.

You made it through the trauma, you will make it through the healing.

Therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families

" Feelings are much like waves, we can't stop them from coming, but we can choose which ones to surf "

Unlock Your Potential with Ann Merkel LMFT

Guiding You Toward Healing and Growth

Individual Therapy

Couples Therapy

Family Therapy

Specialized Support

Meet your Therapist

Ann Merkel LMFT

" Trauma creates change you don't choose. Healing creates change you do choose. "

Specialties and Expertise

To add your insurance information and schedule an initial evaluation.

" Learn, Heal, and Grow - One Step at a Time. "

Qualifications

Treatment Approach

Treatment Approach

Treatment Approach

Treatment Approach

Treatment Approach

Insurance Accepted

Treatment Approach

Insurance Accepted

Individual Therapy

Couples Therapy

Family Therapy

Take the First Step Toward a Better Tomorrow

I look forward to hearing from you! Together, we can create a plan that meets your needs.

Booking a session is easy and the first step to a healthier, happier you.

Merkel Therapy

Hours

You made it through the trauma, you will make it through the healing.

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