S.A.G.E. Therapy Center · Carlsbad, CA
Therapy in Carlsbad, CA for individuals, couples, families, and teens.
Find Inner Peace. Live a More Joyful Life. S.A.G.E. Therapy Center offers compassionate, personalized therapy in Carlsbad with Kristin Moorehead-Malley, LMFT. In-person sessions and telehealth are available throughout California.
A PLACE TO BEGIN
You don’t have to have it all figured out before you start.
Whether you’re feeling anxious, navigating a difficult transition, trying to reconnect with your partner, or simply ready to break a pattern that no longer serves you, therapy can help you move forward with greater clarity and self-compassion.
S.A.G.E. Therapy Center offers a supportive, compassionate space to understand what you’re experiencing, develop healthier ways of coping, and move forward with greater clarity and self-compassion.
Therapy Tailored to You—Not the Other Way Around
No two people, relationships, or families are exactly alike. That’s why Kristin draws from several evidence-based approaches instead of forcing every client into the same method.
Together, you’ll focus on the challenges, relationships, and goals that matter most to you.
Meet Your Therapist
Kristin Moorehead-Malley
LMFT · CA License MFC 39586
A Compassionate Guide Who Understands That Healing Is Personal
Kristin Moorehead-Malley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of S.A.G.E. Therapy Center.
Her holistic, individualized approach considers the full picture of your well-being—emotional, mental, physical, and relational. She works to understand the roots of your challenges while helping you develop practical tools for meaningful, lasting change.
Kristin has more than 25 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and teens. Her work is compassionate, direct, and tailored to the person or relationship in front of her.
The S.A.G.E. Approach
Self-Awareness. Growth. Enlightenment.
Therapy should fit the person—not force the person into one rigid method.
Depending on your needs and goals, Kristin may draw from:
EMDR
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
IMAGO Relationship Therapy
Attachment-based therapy
Lifespan Integration
Psychodynamic and experiential approaches
Mindfulness practices
Art therapy techniques
By using only the methods that genuinely serve you, Kristin helps you better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, and replace unhelpful patterns with healthier, more supportive ways of living.
“If you were climbing Mt. Everest, would you want a guide who had only read about it, or someone who had actually made the journey?”
A real place to meet, with flexible ways to connect.
In-person sessions are based at S.A.G.E. Therapy Center's Carlsbad office, with telehealth available to clients across California.
Carlsbad Office
5055 Avenida Encinas, Ste 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Specific parking, building-access, and arrival details can be confirmed when scheduling.
Session Options
In person or telehealth across California
Explore Your Community
Areas We Serve
S.A.G.E. Therapy Center serves clients throughout North County San Diego. Select a community below to learn more about therapy and mental health counseling available in your area.
Carlsbad
Personalized therapy for individuals, couples, teens, and families throughout Carlsbad, including La Costa, Aviara, Bressi Ranch, Olde Carlsbad, and Calavera Hills.
Therapy in CarlsbadCarmel Valley
Mental health counseling for clients in Carmel Valley, Pacific Highlands Ranch, Del Mar Mesa, Torrey Hills, and surrounding communities.
Therapy in Carmel ValleyDel Mar
Individual, couples, teen, and family therapy throughout Del Mar, including Del Mar Village, Del Mar Heights, Del Mar Terrace, and Torrey Pines.
Therapy in Del MarEncinitas
Compassionate mental health support for clients in Encinitas, Leucadia, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Olivenhain, and nearby coastal communities.
Therapy in EncinitasOceanside
Personalized counseling throughout Oceanside, including South Oceanside, Fire Mountain, Rancho del Oro, Ocean Hills, and nearby communities.
Therapy in OceansideRancho Santa Fe
Private, individualized therapy for clients in Rancho Santa Fe, The Covenant, Fairbanks Ranch, Cielo, The Crosby, and neighboring communities.
Therapy in Rancho Santa FeSan Marcos
Mental health and relationship support throughout San Marcos, including Lake San Marcos, San Elijo Hills, Discovery Hills, and Twin Oaks Valley.
Therapy in San MarcosSolana Beach
Individual, couples, teen, and family therapy for clients in Solana Beach, Lomas Santa Fe, La Colonia, and nearby coastal communities.
Therapy in Solana BeachVista
Personalized therapy throughout Vista, including Shadowridge, Buena Creek, Vista Village, Downtown Vista, and surrounding communities.
Therapy in VistaCLIENT FEEDBACK
What clients have shared
Public Google feedback about S.A.G.E. Therapy Center and Kristin's approach.
If you're looking for a therapist who truly listens and helps you move forward, look no further. From the very first session, Kristin stood out as someone who is not only highly articulate, but genuinely skilled at seeing all sides of a situation without judgment. In a world where it's easy to feel unheard, Kristin has a rare gift for making you feel understood while also holding space for the perspectives of others involved. What I appreciated most was that our sessions never felt like just venting into a void. Kristin consistently guided our conversations toward productive, actionable resolutions. She has a thoughtful, balanced approach that cuts through the noise and helps you walk away with real clarity and concrete next steps. Sage Therapy itself is a welcoming and professional environment. Whether you're navigating a personal challenge, a relationship dynamic, or just trying to get unstuck, I can't recommend her highly enough.
The S.A.G.E. Therapy Center in Carlsbad has been incredibly helpful and supportive with my personal growth. The attentive therapists genuinely listen and provide strong life-guiding tools that have made a significant difference in my daily life. Each appointment, I leave feeling more grounded and equipped to handle challenges that may come my way. To anyone seeking genuine, mental health support… I highly reccomend their services!
Kristin has been an amazing therapist. She has helped me navigate multiple relationships personal struggles and practice skills that have been valuable in all areas of my life. I can’t recommend her enough.
S.A.G.E. Therapy Center in Carlsbad:
common questions
S.A.G.E. Therapy Center's physical office is located at 5055 Avenida Encinas, Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
S.A.G.E. Therapy Center offers individual therapy, anxiety and depression treatment, couples counseling, family therapy, teen counseling, and EMDR therapy. We help clients navigate challenges such as relationship difficulties, trauma, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Treatment is personalized to your individual needs and goals.
You don't have to wait until anxiety feels overwhelming to seek help. If you find yourself constantly worrying, overthinking, second-guessing yourself, or avoiding situations because of fear, anxiety may be affecting your life more than you realize.
Therapy can help you understand what's driving your anxiety, challenge the thoughts and beliefs that keep it going, and develop practical tools to feel calmer, more confident, and better able to handle life's challenges.
Many couples find themselves repeating the same arguments, feeling misunderstood, or growing emotionally distant. Couples counseling can help you recognize the patterns that keep you stuck, understand each other's perspectives, and develop healthier ways to communicate and resolve conflict.
The goal isn't simply to argue less, but to rebuild understanding, trust, and connection.
Individual therapy can help with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and patterns that leave you feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
At S.A.G.E. Therapy Center, we focus on understanding the underlying thoughts, beliefs, and experiences contributing to your struggles while developing practical strategies to help you feel more confident, emotionally balanced, and better equipped to handle life's challenges.
With over 25 years of experience as a therapist, I've learned that meaningful change takes more than simply talking about your problems. While feeling heard and understood is important, I believe therapy should also help you understand why you're struggling and what you can do to change it.
My approach is warm, honest, and direct. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify underlying patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and develop practical tools that create lasting change. My goal isn't just to help you feel better during our sessions, but to help you feel more confident and capable of handling life's challenges outside of therapy.
Yes. S.A.G.E. Therapy Center offers both in-person therapy and secure online therapy for clients throughout California. Telehealth allows you to receive professional support from the comfort and convenience of your home or another private location within the state.
S.A.G.E. Therapy Center is a private-pay practice and does not bill insurance directly. However, we can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Depending on your plan and benefits, your insurance may cover a portion of your therapy costs. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to confirm your coverage.
We can discuss session fees and payment arrangements before scheduling so you understand the cost of therapy.
Getting started is simple. You can request a session through our website or call or text us at (760) 703-2188. We'll discuss what you're looking for, answer any questions, and explore scheduling options for in-person therapy in Carlsbad or online therapy throughout California.
Ready To Get Started? Schedule A Session
Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Call OR Text: (760) 703-2188
Email: sagetherapycenter@gmail.com
Address: 5055 Avenida Encinas Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008