About Kristin Zeising, Psy.D.

Individual, Couple & Sex Therapist for the San Diego Area

Kristin Zeising, Psy.D. is a San Diego California licensed psychologist who completed her undergraduate degree with a double major in Psychology and Sociology at the University of California at Santa Cruz. She continued on to earn her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from John F. Kennedy University. Dr. Zeising completed her internship at Marin County Community Mental Health, and her post-doctoral training at Kaiser Permanente in South San Francisco. 

Over the past 15 years, she has worked with individuals, couples, families and groups and taught psycho-educational classes on topics such as stress reduction, mindfulness practices, couples communication and overcoming depression. She has worked in various settings such as hospitals, clinics, group settings, and now in private practice.

Dr. Zeising has received extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy, short and long-term psychodynamic therapy, marital and couple therapy. She is currently in the process of becoming certified as a Sex Therapist through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT).

Dr. Zeising enjoys enriching her knowledge base by frequently attending conferences and seminars that educate her about the latest research and techniques. She is enthusiastic about learning what is cutting edge in her field and brings this knowledge and excitement to her work with you.

In addition to providing therapy, Dr. Zeising enjoys working with the media. She was a “Love Doctor” on AJ’s Playhouse on channel 93.3 for two years, providing helpful tips about relationships and answering callers’ questions. She has been interviewed on news programs, and has been called upon to offer her psychological input for the San Diego Repertory Theater for a Surround Event. She is always interested in helping educate the public about the field of psychology.

“My goal is to empower adults to live a more rich and fulfilling life. I am collaborative and interactive, helping individuals resolve self-limiting beliefs that lead to depression, despair and a sense of powerlessness and meaninglessness in life. I help individuals deepen their sense of self-acceptance by understanding and transforming the roots of depression, anxiety, shame, guilt, and anger. I work with couples to transform self-protective strategies that undermine the relationship and help them to resolve old fears and bitterness, rebuild trust, and risk vulnerability to create a deeper sense of intimacy. I help people see the possibility of what life can offer when self-exploration, healing and growth occur.”

— Kristin Zeising, Psy.D.

Professional Memberships:

• American Psychological Association
• San Diego Psychological Association
• California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
• American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists
• International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health

Contact Kristin Zeising, Psy.D

Therapy Services

• Individual Therapy
• Couple Therapy
• Sex Therapy