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12 Years
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Specialized Mental Health Therapy in San Diego
Burd Psychotherapy was founded on the principle of providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for individuals navigating life's most challenging transitions. With over two decades of clinical experience, our lead therapist specializes in reproductive mental health, treating conditions ranging from perinatal mood disorders to anxiety and depression. Our practice combines advanced training in clinical social work with specialized certifications in perinatal mental health, offering both in-person sessions at our San Diego office and virtual therapy across California. We maintain active affiliations with professional organizations like the Postpartum Health Alliance and prioritize ongoing education through academic appointments and clinical supervision programs.

Our therapeutic approach integrates modalities such as Brainspotting and clinical hypnosis, while our published resources like The Postpartum Depression Workbook extend our expertise to a broader audience. We adhere to strict ethical standards, maintaining licensure through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and participating in quality assurance initiatives that ensure our practice remains at the forefront of mental health care.
Services
Individual Counseling Perinatal Mental Health Clinical Supervision Relationship Counseling Adjunctive Therapy
Details
  • Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
  • We offer 25+ years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
  • Our lead clinician is certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C)
  • We provide both in-person and virtual therapy options
  • Our founder authored the best-selling Postpartum Depression Workbook
  • We maintain active academic appointments and clinical supervision programs
Associations and certifications
  • Postpartum Support International
  • California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Services
Individual Counseling
Specialized mental health treatment for adults facing mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions. Our evidence-based approach addresses anxiety, depression, and reproductive mental health challenges. Clients receive personalized care plans developed through comprehensive clinical assessments.
Perinatal Mental Health
Comprehensive care for pregnancy-related mental health conditions including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. We treat reproductive trauma, loss, and adjustment challenges during pregnancy and postpartum periods using specialized therapeutic techniques.
Clinical Supervision
Structured supervision program for pre-licensed clinicians focusing on perinatal mental health and evidence-based therapeutic practices. Approved by California universities for clinical hour requirements with emphasis on practical skill development.
Relationship Counseling
Specialized relationship support addressing reproductive challenges, postpartum adjustments, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care. Our approach accommodates diverse family structures and addresses complex relationship dynamics during life transitions.
Adjunctive Therapy
Supplemental therapeutic modalities including Brainspotting and clinical hypnosis available as adjuncts to primary mental health treatment. Designed to enhance traditional therapy outcomes through evidence-based complementary techniques.
People
Abigail Burd
Owner and Lead Clinician
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25+ years experience specializing in reproductive mental health. Author of The Postpartum Depression Workbook and certified PMH-C clinician.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you focus on?
We specialize in reproductive mental health, including perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma. We also treat adjustment disorders and life transitions.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide virtual therapy sessions for clients throughout California via secure video conferencing platforms.
What is your clinical supervision program?
Our supervision program trains pre-licensed clinicians in perinatal mental health and evidence-based therapeutic techniques, approved by multiple California universities.
Are you accepting new clients?
We currently have limited openings for new clients, including Saturday appointments at our San Diego office location.
What publications have you authored?
Our lead clinician authored The Postpartum Depression Workbook, a bestseller in reproductive mental health now in its second edition.
How do you handle client confidentiality?
We maintain strict confidentiality protocols compliant with HIPAA regulations and California mental health privacy laws.
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