Anxiety Therapist in San Marcos

Adult Therapy & Child Therapy in San Marcos, CA

Anxiety Therapist for Adults and Kids in San Marcos, CA

You worry about lots of things. The thread of worry runs through your family.

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I'm Tami and I help elementary school-aged kids and parents learn how to manage anxiety.

You wake up in the morning, and you’re on high alert.

You feel the pressure of parenthood. You glance at your email and read some news adding to your feelings of overwhelm. These feelings are nothing new.

You remember what it was like when you were a child. All the fears you experienced. The world has never felt like a safe place. Now that you have children, there is a whole new set of concerns swirling around in your head.

One of your children is worrying about lots of things too, and you're wondering if they need therapy. One more thing that weighs on you.

Now you’re searching for a therapist in San Marcos, CA, and it feels daunting.

You have some names from friends, but every time you plan to make some calls, you put it off. You feel so nervous about the thought of even talking to a therapist over the phone.

You're worried a therapist will judge you. Judge your parenting or worse, blame you. It's not your fault if you or your child is struggling with anxiety.

If you're seeing patterns developing in your child that are familiar, you may have a reason to feel the way you do. It's understandable and common to feel nervous about reaching out about therapy.

I can help you deal with the anxiety, and get to a place where your family feels more at ease.

With guidance and support, feeling calmer and more at peace is possible.

I teach coping tools, provide education, and offer art therapy. I find art therapy to be a great way to help kids to rehearse and talk about things they worry about. For adults, it can help them revisit the past, and heal.

Clients often report feeling more empowered because they can learn how to calm themselves. They can understand the "thing" they avoid may feel scary, but they will be okay. They can do that "thing".

If you’re ready to learn more about feeling calmer and more at ease, here are the steps to begin:

Step 1: Visit my FAQ page to get answers about insurance, fees, and more.

I know reaching out for help isn’t easy, and you may have a lot of questions.

Step 2: Visit my Contact page to check my current availability.

If my schedule is currently full, there will be a link to join my newsletter. The newsletter is where I announce new, ongoing weekly therapy appointments.

Step 3: When I have availability, you will be able to Book a free, 15-minute phone consultation directly on the website contact page.

At the time of your phone consultation, I will call you. The consultation is just a short call to see if it’s a good fit. We’ll discuss the issue you would like help with, the fees, and the available day & time for your weekly appointment. If everything fits, we can schedule you for a 60-minute intake appointment.


I see clients in therapy offices located in San Marcos, CA, and throughout California online.

My therapy specialties include:

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What People Say About Working with Tami Earnhart Providing Therapy in San Marcos, CA

Reviews and testimonials in therapy are a tricky thing. Every situation is so incredibly different. And, for many, therapy is a very private experience. For that reason, I never ask for or solicit public reviews from clients. However, I do regularly track my outcomes to ensure that my clients are progressing and reaching their goals. Whether that looks like fewer meltdowns at school, easier relationships with parents, or being able to make friends- every therapy interaction is unique and focused on the needs of my client and their family. Below, you’ll find public reviews from colleagues and clients.

  • Tami has an outstanding personality that shines in all that she does. Tami exhibits nothing less than stellar work in working with her colleagues and clients. I enjoyed working with her and she was a great asset to our team. Shelia B. -San Diego Hospice

  • I highly recommend this Licensed Art Therapist- for children who have experienced trauma - as well as adults trying to navigate their own trauma - to facilitate true healing! - Rebecca Palmer- former Chief Program Officer at Community Resource Center (CRC)

  • Tami provided important and healing support! - Alisa Guralnick, SPHR, PHRca, 1st Senior Human Resources Consultant

  • Tami is a kind, compassionate, client-focused, and very skilled individual. I am continuously inspired by her genuine passion for working with kids and adults alike. Her warm spirit and lighthearted attitude make it easy for children and families to feel comfortable and confident with her. I highly endorse Tami! Kulky N. San Diego Hospice

  • John Van Cleef, Chief Executive Officer at Community Resource Center

  • Tami is as warm as she is skilled, and the artistic component of her therapy is a unique and powerful tool for healing. As a colleague, I highly recommend her. - Kristy M.

  • I've had the pleasure of meeting Tami through another colleague and immediately got a sense of her calm and nurturing tone and presence. Her unique approach as an Art Therapist gives children and adults a means of expressing and healing that words alone can't always do. With her own experience as a parent, Tami is a great support to others who may feel they're struggling in this role at times as well. I have no hesitation referring to Tami for therapy. Diana Trevino, LMFT

  • It's hard to quantify in "stars" what Tami did for our kids. Our divorce was what you would call "high conflict" and our kids were witnesses to several highly charged situations. I could not be more thankful for Tami helping our children process their emotions during this time and being a safe space to share their feelings. Most important, she fostered positive feelings in the children towards counseling. Recently, our son returned to counseling and it wasn't forced. Because of the foundation Tami had built, he was comfortable, and TRUSTING of his new counselor.

  • “Tami is great working with youth. Her gentle nature helps them to stay engaged and to do some healthy discovery. She is someone that I trust and I refer to for children and adolescents.” - Nikki Nolet, Relationships ReDefined: Online Coulples Therapy & Marriage Counseling

  • I've had the pleasure of meeting Tami through another colleague and immediately get a sense of her calm and nurturing tone and presence. Her unique approach as an Art Therapist gives children and adults a means of expressing and healing that words alone can't always do. With her own experience as a parent, Tami is a great support to others who may feel they're struggling in this role at times as well. I have no hesitation referring to Tami for therapy. - Diana Trevino, LMFT


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 Frequently Asked Questions about Therapy in San Marcos, CA

  • The truth is, the best advice in finding a therapist is to get really clear on what you need. That can be hard to know when you don’t know what you don’t know. Here, I work with adults and kids who feel anxious, out of sorts, sad, and unsure of themselves. My clients like that I am gentle, that there are ways to get support that go beyond talk therapy, and that we integrate art into our work. When they graduate from therapy, they leave with skills and habits (including doing art at home) that allow them to have support that will be with them for decades after therapy has finished up.

  • I love providing services both in-person and online. I strive to keep my contact page up to date with whether I have openings, so you can see with one click if I have a spot open. That said, we want to make sure it is a good fit. So, we’ll start with a free consult first to make sure it feels good to both of us! Click here to see if I have openings.

  • You are totally normal! I am here to help. I have a whole page with the rates for therapy, how insurance works, scheduling questions, etc. Just click here to read all the FAQs about therapy.

Ready to get started with therapy in San Marcos, CA? Let’s do it!