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Dr. Robert Simmonds

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Depression ADHD
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About me

I am a licensed psychologist living in San Diego, California, with 40 years of experience providing psychotherapy both in private practice and for the US Army. I retired from my work with the Army a year and a half ago, and am now working with clients in my private practice. I work with a variety of psychological issues, but have had most of my experience working with trauma, traumatic brain injury, anxiety, depression, and men’s issues in general.
My clients and I identify the scope of the problem we’re working on and then focus on solutions to the problem. I see therapy as a serious pursuit and one which opens the door, with a great deal of self-understanding, to a fulfilling and meaningful life. I use mostly talk therapy along with supplementary exercises and experiences to achieve our therapeutic goals.

Professional experience

40yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Depression ADHD

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Military and Veterans Issues

Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Robert Simmonds . We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

My therapist has been a lifesaver and I am so grateful for this platform and for the amazing help I get.

Written on Feb 03, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd

Bob listens, he understands, he gives excellent, insightful feedback, we laugh a lot. He is probably the best therapist I have ever had.

Written on Oct 11, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions

Dr Simmonds is an excellent therapist. He guides with a depth of wisdom one would expect of a man with his deep experience. I highly recommend him.

Written on Aug 04, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coaching

Dr. Simmonds is a great listener and support in guiding our sessions. I always feel heard and like I've gained a greater understanding of myself after.

Written on Jul 26, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties

Fantastic listener and very professional!

Written on Mar 23, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

My therapist is awesome

Written on Mar 21, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd