Your First Therapy Session Goes Both Ways
Most people walk into their first therapy session feeling like they’re the one being evaluated. They prepare to answer questions, reveal things, be assessed. What…
Author: Dr. Michael Pinover, Psy.D.
Dr. Michael Pinover, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist in La Jolla, California (License PSY 35712). He works with adults navigating anxiety, insomnia, addiction, and life transitions, drawing on psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavioral approaches including CBT-I. Dr. Pinover sees clients in person in La Jolla and via telehealth throughout California.
Why Psychodynamic Therapy Works: Beyond Symptom Management
Psychodynamic therapy addresses the underlying patterns behind recurring symptoms, not just the symptoms themselves. Drawing on Jonathan Shedler's research, this post explains why depth-oriented treatment…
10 Sleep Hygiene Skills to Reduce Insomnia
Evidence-Based Strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) Pinover Psychology | La Jolla, CA If you have ever lain awake at 3 a.m. watching…
Therapy in San Diego: Pinover Psychology vs. Therapy Changes
If you’ve searched for a therapist in San Diego, Therapy Changes has probably come up. They rank well, they’re visible, and their website is polished.…
Private Practice Therapy vs. Zocdoc: What San Diego Patients Should Know
If you’ve searched for a therapist in San Diego recently, you’ve probably landed on Zocdoc. It’s convenient, the interface is clean, and the promise of…
Why Sleep Medications Are Not the Answer — And What Actually Works
If you’ve ever stared at the ceiling at 2 a.m., mind racing, you know how desperate insomnia can feel. It’s no surprise that millions of…
Addiction Recovery Mental Health Services in San Diego: What to Know Before You Start
If you or someone you love is searching for addiction recovery mental health services in San Diego, you’ve probably already encountered a lot of the…
How to Find the Best Therapist for Anxiety and Depression in San Diego (And What to Look For)
If you’ve been Googling “best therapist for anxiety and depression in San Diego,” you already know the problem: you get a wall of Psychology Today…
How to Book a Therapy Appointment Online in San Diego: What to Expect With Dr. Michael Pinover
Deciding to start therapy is one thing. Actually reaching out and booking an appointment is another. For a lot of people, that gap between “I…
Best Therapist in La Jolla for Anxiety and Depression: What to Look For
When you search for the “best therapist in La Jolla for anxiety and depression,” you are probably not looking for a trophy winner. You are…