Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Chula Vista
Eastlake Community Counseling has provided compassionate mental health services since 1999, founded by Jeff Palitz, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in individual, teen, and family counseling. Our practice specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma, serving diverse populations including military families and individuals with complex mental health diagnoses. We utilize evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy and Gottman Method Couples Counseling, emphasizing personalized care in a safe, inclusive environment.Our telehealth services expand accessibility for San Diego County residents, while our physical office in Chula Vista maintains a paperless, client-focused operational model. With over two decades of experience working with at-risk youth, survivors of domestic violence, and multicultural families, we prioritize collaborative treatment plans that empower clients to achieve lasting positive change.
Services
Individual Counseling
Teen Counseling
Military Counseling
Telehealth Sessions
Family Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of clinical experience treating diverse mental health concerns
- Specialized expertise in military family counseling and trauma recovery
- Telehealth services available for San Diego County residents
- Collaborative treatment plans tailored to individual cultural and family backgrounds
- Proven success helping clients develop long-term coping strategies
Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions provide a safe space for adults to address anxiety, depression, and life challenges. Using evidence-based techniques, we help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth. Sessions focus on building resilience and improving emotional well-being through personalized treatment plans.
Teen Counseling
Specialized counseling for ages 13+ addressing social stress, self-esteem, and mental health concerns. We employ teen-friendly approaches to help adolescents navigate developmental challenges while supporting family communication and parental understanding of youth-specific issues.
Military Counseling
Tailored mental health support for active duty service members and military families. We address deployment-related stress, reintegration challenges, and family dynamics through culturally competent care that recognizes military-specific experiences and needs.
Telehealth Sessions
Secure video counseling sessions available for San Diego County residents. This convenient option maintains clinical effectiveness while eliminating travel requirements, using HIPAA-compliant platforms to ensure privacy and accessibility for clients with scheduling or mobility constraints.
Family Counseling
Guided sessions to improve family communication and resolve relationship challenges. We work with diverse family structures to address intergenerational conflicts, parenting strategies, and crisis management while promoting healthier interpersonal dynamics and mutual understanding.
People
Jeff Palitz
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Jeff Palitz, LMFT41250, has provided mental health services in San Diego County since 1999. He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship issues using cognitive-behavioral and humanistic approaches. His experience includes working with military families, survivors of trauma, and at-risk youth.
Questions
What counseling services are available?
We offer individual, teen, family, and military counseling, along with telehealth sessions for San Diego County residents.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept out-of-pocket payments and can work with your insurance provider - please verify coverage before scheduling.
Are telehealth options available?
Yes, secure video sessions are available for clients residing in San Diego County through our TherapyAppointment.com portal.
What are your office hours?
Monday-Wednesday & Friday: 8am-5pm, Thursday: 10:30am-6pm. Appointments only - no walk-ins accepted.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Use our online TherapyAppointment.com system to schedule first-time or returning client sessions in real-time.
What is your cancellation policy?
Appointments canceled with less than 24 hours notice or missed sessions incur a $75 fee.
