La Jolla Psychologists
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La Jolla Psychologists

Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
California Waitlist Online
La Jolla, Village of La Jolla Waitlist In-person
Updated March 28, 2024

We understand how difficult it can be to seek out therapy and we are here to help you get started. Send us a message and we are happy to set up an initial consultation if needed.

The La Jolla Psychologists are LGBTQ+ informed and allied and specialize in working with marginalized populations and all genders. We work from an evidence-based framework that seeks to understand each individual’s patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behavior in order to deepen self-awareness and insight, reduce suffering, and provide a window for change. Therapy is tailored to each individual's needs and our approach is very supportive and collaborative.

Julie Manoogian, Psy.D. (CA License PSY31242) is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked in multiple settings, including college counseling centers, an inpatient residential treatment facility, and private practice. Dr. Manoogian works from a trauma informed framework and has extensive training and expertise working with individuals and couples struggling with relationship challenges, emotion regulation, anxiety, stress, identity issues, self -esteem, and depression.

Paige Thompson, Psy.D. is a registered psychological assistant who works with individuals, couples, military service members, veterans and their family members on relationship issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and general life dissatisfaction. Her approach is to collaborate with patients to create lifelong change by examining underlying patterns that no longer serve a person, establishing goals, and developing new skills that create deep change. Dr. Thompson particularly enjoys working with couples navigating conflict, learning new ways of communicating wants and needs, and improving the bond between partners.

Dominic J DiMaggio
Dominic J DiMaggio

Doctor of Psychology, PsyD

Registered Psychological Assistant

Julie  Manoogian
Julie Manoogian

Doctor of Psychology, PsyD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist; Owner


About

What services does your practice offer?

La Jolla Psychologists is a therapy practice located in San Diego. We offer individual, couples, and family psychotherapy, and conduct psychological assessments. Most of our services can be provided via in-person or virtual appointments. We have four providers in our practice, please see our website for more information and a description of our services. You can find us if you google La Jolla Psychologists.

How does payment work at your practice?

At La Jolla Psychologists, we are in-network with Tricare and Medicare and will bill those plans directly on your behalf. We are out of network with other major health insurance plans (PPOs), and can provide a receipt for you to submit to your provider for reimbursement. If you do not have health insurance or choose to pay out-of-pocket, our fees range from $180-$250 depending on the provider and service offered.

What are your practice's specialties?

We work from a a trauma informed approach and specialize in the areas of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, relationship challenges, substance abuse, and identity issues.

Why should I choose your practice?

We understand how hard life can be and how multiple obstacles in life can really set us back. We are here to support you and we work as a team with you to help you feel better, heal, gain insight, and make lasting changes within self and your relationships.


Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Attachment issues - Development of effective relational and communication skills; insight into family attachment patterns;fostering healthy family relationships.

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Identity development - Understanding, accepting, and strengthening one’s sense of self through the exploration of family, work, and personal values; addressing issues such as, race, class, gender, and sexual orientation, in the context of self experience

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Medicare
  • Tricare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $200 (55min)
  • Sliding scale: $140 - $200
  • Initial session: $200 (55min)
  • Couples sessions: $299 (55min)
  • Group sessions: $100 (55min)
  • Family sessions: $200 (55min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Courtesy billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week
Therapist's note

Our range for sessions varies depending on the provider from $180-$250.


Location(s)

Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 8am-7pm
  • Tue 8am-7pm
  • Wed 8am-7pm
  • Thu 8am-7pm
  • Fri 8am-7pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

La Jolla practice
7514 Girard Ave , Suite 3, La Jolla, California 92037
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 8am-7pm
  • Tue 8am-7pm
  • Wed 8am-7pm
  • Thu 8am-7pm
  • Fri 8am-7pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Village of La Jolla practice
7514 Girard Ave , La Jolla, California 92037
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 8-7pm
  • Tue 8-7pm
  • Wed 8-7pm
  • Thu 8-7pm
  • Fri 8-7pm
  • Sat 8am-4pm
  • Sun none

Head of Practice's Licensure

California: PSY31242


Languages

English